Issues of mindfulness implementation for oncology caregivers

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Audrey Couillet ◽  
Mathieu Malatier ◽  
Marie Pierre Le Bris ◽  
Bénédicte Mastroianni ◽  
Gisèle Chvetzoff
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Free Time ◽  
Mindfulness Practice ◽  
Practical Reasons ◽  
Burn Out

Abstract Objectives Burn out is high in oncology. We aim to evaluate the feasibility and identify the barriers for mindfulness implementation in oncology professionals. Methods We conducted a pilot study in which voluntary oncology caregivers entered mindfulness workshops, and complete online questionnaires. We also conducted a qualitative study to better identify the practical reasons which hamper the implementation of mindfulness in oncology caregivers having refused to participate. Results 83.3% of volunteers for the workshops were women, 60.00% (16/30) of caregivers completed the program. Caregivers’ resistances to mindfulness practice were: a lack of availability and information, complex organisation with limited free time, and accept spending time to take care of themselves. Conclusions This work highlights the interest of mindfulness for caregivers in oncology, we have identified specific issues hindering the implementation of such technique which can be further investigated.

RANCANG BANGUN DAN VALIDASI LEMBAR KAJI IDENTITAS PROFESIONAL PERAWAT ISLAM INDONESIA

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 111
Author(s):  
Christmas Warastiko ◽  
Sapti H. Widiyarti
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Professional Identity ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Transcultural Nursing ◽  
Nursing Competence ◽  
Professional Nurses ◽  
Nurse Professional

ABSTRAK Indonesia dikenal dengan negara yang memiliki beragam suku, budaya, dan bahasa. Pada tahun 2010, data jumlah penduduk Indonesia yang paling terakhir menyatakan jumlah penduduk Indonesia sebesar 237,56 juta jiwa dengan 85.1% nya beragama Islam dan 288.405 penduduknya berprofesi sebagai seorang perawat. Pemahaman perawat tentang keperawatan transkultural saat ini sangatlah dibutuhkan. Agama, salah satu dari tujuh faktor yang menurut Leininger memiliki andil besar dalam mempengaruhi perilaku dan sikap para perawat maupun para klien. Simanjuntak (2011) berdasarkan studi kualitatif mengutarakan 13 karakteristik yang perlu di validasi sebagai karakteristik dari perawat Islam saat melakukan perawatan kepada klien. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk memvalidasi butir-butir gambaran identitas profesional perawat Islam Indonesia melalui rancang bangun dari lembar kaji. Desain dalam penelitian ini adalah validasi kuesioner terhadap faktor rancang bangun, dimensi dan construct validity. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan melakukan pilot study terlebih dahulu di Rumah Sakit Cibabat dan Rumah Sakit Imanuel dengan kemudian meminta responden untuk mengisi kuesioner serta memberikan komentar terhadap setiap butir-butir pernyataan, Data aktual berasal dari Rumah Sakit Santosa Bandung, Rumah Sakit Meilia Cibubur, dan Rumah Sakit Umum Daerah Koja Jakarta dengan cara meminta responden untuk mengisi kuesioner. Sampel dipilih dengan menggunakan metode snowballing kepada perawat Islam Indonesia yang bekerja di Bandung dan Jakarta. Data dianalisa dengan Cronbach α, didapatkan hasil pada uji validitas terhadap 13 karakteristik identitas profesional perawat Islam Indonesia masing-masing memiliki nilai Cronbach α >0,70. Hasil penelitian ini menyarankan agar perawat Islam Indonesia dapat menjadi perawat yang profesional dalam mengkaji diri agar dapat menuju keperawatan lintas budaya yang berkompetensi.   Kata Kunci: Validasi, Identitas Profesional, Perawat Islam Indonesia.   ABSTRACT Indonesia is known as a country with diverse in ethnic, cultural, and dialect. The population of Indonesian as declared in 2010 is 237.56 million, with 85.1% of them are Muslims and 288.405 people work as nurses. Religion is one of the seven factors that according Leininger determined the behavior and attitudes of nurses and clients. Therefore, understanding of transcultural nursing is imperatively necessary. In a qualitative study, Simanjuntak (2011) states 13 characteristics of Indonesian Islam nurse professional identity need to be validated. This study conducted to validate the grains picture of Indonesian Islam nurses professional identity through the design of identity assessment tool. This study validates the identity assessment tool, its design, dimensions and the construct validity. Pilot study was done in the Cibabat Hospital and Immanuel Hospital, and the actual data were collected from Santosa Bandung Hospital, Meilia Cibubur Hospital, and the Koja General Hospital in Jakarta. Samples were selected using snow-ball method among Islam nurses who work in Bandung and Jakarta. The result obtained on the validity of the 13 characteristics of professional identity of Indonesian Islam professional nurses with the value of Cronbach α> 0.70. The results of this study suggest that Indonesian Islam nurses can become a professional nurse in assessing themselves in order to lead a cross-cultural nursing competence. Keywords: Validation, Professional Identity, Indonesian Islam Nurses.

Investigating the circumstances under which singers use imagery: A pilot study

2019 ◽  
pp. 030573561986829 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brianna DeSantis ◽  
Sarah Deck ◽  
Craig Hall
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Character Development ◽  
Performance Anxiety ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Vocal Technique ◽  
Professional Dancers ◽  
High Level

This is a qualitative study in which detailed, semi-structured interviews were conducted with six male and female high-level singers. In comparison to Nordin and Cumming’s work on professional dancers, some similarities and some unique differences emerged from the results. The Four Ws framework was employed, which involves Where, What, Why, and When singers image. Like in Nordin and Cumming’s study, How was a dimension that emerged inductively from the results. Singers mainly used imagery for improving vocal technique, performance anxiety, and character development.

scholarly journals RESTING STATE NETWORK AND MINDFULNESS IN MOTION PLUS DASH DIET IN AFRICAN AMERICANS WITH MILD COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S112-S113
Author(s):  
Kathy D Wright ◽  
Klatt Maryanna ◽  
Ingrid Adams ◽  
Cady Block ◽  
Todd Monroe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
African Americans ◽  
Resting State ◽  
Mindfulness Practice ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Breathing Exercises ◽  
Resting State Network

Abstract The resting state network (RSN) is a target of interest in neurodegenerative research, with evidence linking functional connectivity of its constituent nodes with mild cognitive impairment and dementia. Given the emerging linkage between Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia disorders (ADRD) and hypertension (HTN), non-pharmacological interventions that promote RSN connectivity and blood pressure are needed. The purpose of this pilot study protocol is to deliver a novel intervention, combining mindfulness and the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH), to improve RSN connectivity and blood pressure in African American (AA) older adults with MCI and HTN. Thirty-six AAs aged 65 and older will be randomized to mindfulness plus DASH, attention control (non-health related education), or a control group. The Mindfulness in Motion (MIM) plus DASH intervention is delivered in 8-weekly group sessions of 6-10 participants. MIM includes mindful movements from chair/standing, breathing exercises and guided meditation. The DASH intervention uses a critical thinking approach that involves problem solving, goal setting, reflection, and developing self-efficacy. Both components are culturally tailored for older African Americans. Cognitive examination, diet and mindfulness practice surveys, blood pressure, and functional magnetic resonance imaging (RSN) data are collected at baseline and 3 months. Forty-eight AAs were screened and 17 were enrolled (women= 13; men= 4) to date. Of the 17 enrolled, 7 were eligible for neuroimaging. Findings from this pilot study may provide the preliminary evidence that MIM plus DASH may improve RSN connectivity and blood pressure in this population at risk for ADRD.

How mathematics postgraduate students use mobile e-book?

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (7) ◽  
pp. 6-7
Author(s):  
Malathi Letchumanan ◽  
Balakrishnan Muniandy
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Qualitative Methodology ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Reading Patterns ◽  
Document Review

Purpose This pilot study aims to understand how mathematics postgraduate students use mobile e-books for learning activities. Design/methodology/approach The research uses qualitative methodology. It uses interview and document review methods to collect data relevant to the study. Findings The mathematics postgraduate students use mobile e-books mostly to find information for their research activities. Both the participants have different reading patterns. However, they use the mobile e-book to obtain the same benefit. Research limitations/implications The results of the study could not be generalized, as it used qualitative methodology. Originality/value This pilot study explains how mathematics postgraduate students use mobile e-books for their learning activities. This is a qualitative study. Hence, it is able to add value to the mobile e-book studies that are lacking qualitative viewpoints.

scholarly journals Perlaksanaan Model Kurikulum Turath di Maahad Tahfiz Integrasi Negeri Selangor

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 139-150
Author(s):  
Zetty Nurzuliana Rashed ◽  
Mardhiah Yahaya ◽  
Norfariza Mohd Radzi ◽  
Mohd Faeez Ilias ◽  
Mohd Fakhri Sungit ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Study Design ◽  
Curriculum Integration ◽  
National Curriculum ◽  
Education Philosophy ◽  
The Third ◽  
Key Features

This study aims to explore the goals and direction of science tahfiz education in Selangor and compare it to the demands of JAIS Education Philosophy as well as its coordination with the demands of the era. Quality tahfiz institutions should fulfill a number of key features namely building students’ potential in a balanced; integrated and comprehensive; innovative and creative manner, taking into account current times and developmental demands with the concept of tawhid as its core. Therefore, the objective of this research is to study the background, goals and direction of the Science Tahfiz Education of Selangor; secondly, to examine the curriculum of Science Tahfiz Education of Selangor and the third objective is to explore the facilities and infrastructure provided by the management of Science Tahfiz Education of Selangor. This is a pilot study and it uses qualitative study design. Interviews were conducted towards school managers and tahfiz senior assistant teacher. Several documents were also examined such as documents of school establishment as well as the curriculum implemented. The pilot study found that the maahad tahfiz is one of the maahad tahfiz in Selangor which becomes the knowledge heritage centre to produce quality students in terms of knowledge and morality. The maahad tahfiz utilises turath curriculum with Turath books integrated with the national curriculum. On the aspect of infrastructure, it is fully prepared by the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS). Keywords: Curriculum, Integration, Turath, Tahfiz Education Abstrak Kajian ini bertujuan untuk meneroka matlamat dan halatuju pendidikan tahfiz sains di Selangor dan membandingkannya dengan tuntutan Falsafah Pendidikan JAIS serta keselarasannya dengan tuntutan perkembangan zaman. Institusi tahfiz yang berkualiti seharusnya memenuhi beberapa ciri utama iaitu membina potensi pelajar secara seimbang, bersepadu dan menyeluruh, inovatif dan kreatif, mengambil kira tuntutan zaman dan perkembangan semasa serta berpaksikan prinsip tauhid. Oleh yang demikian, objektif kajian ini adalah mengkaji latar belakang, matlamat dan hala tuju Pendidikan Tahfiz Sains Negeri Selangor, kedua,adalah meneliti kurikulum Pendidikan Tahfiz Sains Negeri Selangor. Dan ketiga adalah meneroka kemudahan dan infrastruktur yang disediakan oleh pihak pengurusan Pendidikan Tahfiz Sains Negeri Selangor. Kajian ini adalah merupakan kajian rintis dan ianya menggunakan rekabentuk kajian kualitatif. Temubual dilaksanakan terhadap pengurus sekolah dan guru penolong kanan tahfiz. Beberapa dokumen juga telah diteliti  seperti dokumen penubuhan sekolah dan dokumen kurikulum yang dilaksanakan. Dapatan kajian rintis ini mendapati, ia merupakan salah sebuah maahad tahfiz di Selangor yang menjadi pusat warisan ilmu bagi melahirkan pelajar yang berkualiti dari segi ilmu dan akhlak. Maahad tahfiz ini menggunakan kurikulum turath bersama kitab Turath yang diintegrasikan dengan kurikulum kebangsaan. Dari aspek prasarana,ia disediakan sepenuhnya oleh pihak Jabatan Agama Islam Selangor (JAIS). Kata kunci: Kurikulum, Integrasi, Turath, Pendidikan Tahfiz

scholarly journals CLIL approach in encouraging self-efficacy amongst Malaysian gifted students for Arabic tasks accomplishment

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 1001-1012
Author(s):  
Mohd Sham Kamis ◽  
Md Jais Ismail ◽  
Muhammad Nazir Alias ◽  
Damien Mikeng ◽  
Syahrul Ghani Zainal Abidin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Gifted Students ◽  
Verbal Report ◽  
The Self ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Classroom Task

CLIL approach refers to Content and Language Integrated Learning. This paper discusses the self-efficacy of Malaysian Gifted Students (MGS) at GENIUS@Pintar Negara in understanding Arabic tasks in the classroom, for example, understanding the Arabic terms in the lesson of Haji. These terms are; a) dam tertib and takdir, b) dam tertib and ta’dil, c) dam takhyir and takdir, d) dam takhyir and ta’dil. Besides, by employing the CLIL, the MGS can improve themselves because the CLIL approach encourages their self-efficacy to completely deal with the language task. The present study employs; qualitative study by using an interview, verbal report, and observation. This method is an instrument to answer two research questions. a) How the individual of MGS adapts his/ her situation to understand the four Arabic terms of the dam in Haji after undergo the three principles stages of classroom task in CLIL? b) What is the best method to memorize the four Arabic terms of the dam in Haji? In this study, three participants took part in the pilot study, and seven participants took part in the actual study. The present study revealed that the MGS in the Pusat GENIUS@Pintar Negara prefer to be independent learners by using the internet to understand the four Arabic terms and memorize by using keywords related to the four Arabic terms in performing Haji.

scholarly journals “Little things do not get to me anymore”: a qualitative study of older adults’ perspectives on initiating exercise and mindfulness practice

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diana C. Parra ◽  
Julie Loebach Wetherell ◽  
Alexandria Van Zandt ◽  
Ross Brownson ◽  
Janardan Abhishek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Time Management ◽  
Health Benefit ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Mindfulness Training ◽  
Behavioral Changes ◽  
Mindfulness Practice ◽  
Exercise Interventions ◽  
Health Lifestyle

Abstract Background: Mindfulness practice and exercise are ways by which older adults can improve and maintain their physical, emotional and cognitive health. Methods: This single-site qualitative study gathered insights of older adults’ perceptions about initiating and maintaining mindfulness and exercise practices. We carried out focus groups with 41 adults aged 65-85 who had recently initiated Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), structured exercise, or their combination as part of participation in a clinical trial. We used a semi-structured interview to ask them open-ended questions regarding the benefits, barriers and facilitators of participating in mindfulness and/or exercise interventions. The interview also included questions regarding translation of these practices into community settings as well as the long-term maintenance potential of these practices. Results : Older adults indicated that the mindfulness training increased their awareness and self-reflection and fostered a more self-accepting attitude. Furthermore, they improved their self-care habits and reported having better familial and social relationships. The main barrier for both the exercise and mindfulness group was time management. The social benefits and sense of community were some of the primary motivators for older adults in the exercise and/or MBSR interventions. However, the research on how to motivate older adults to initiate healthy behavioral changes also needs to be answered. The benefits of exercise and MBSR are a motivation in and of themselves, as indicated by some of the participants. Conclusions: This study indicates that mindfulness training and exercise can serve as tools to cultivate important health lifestyle qualities among older adults, who are in the midst of mental, social, emotional and physical change. If it were not for the purpose of the research or the incentives provided by the research team, these older adults may have never started the healthy behavioral changes. From the responses, this may indicate that older adults may need more incentives to begin and maintain behavioral changes other than for their own health benefit.

scholarly journals Participation in university activities for the elderly: Motivations of Brazilian and Spanish Seniors

2019 ◽  
Vol 72 (suppl 2) ◽  
pp. 104-110
Author(s):  
Flávia Maria Derhun ◽  
Giovana Aparecida de Souza Scolari ◽  
Montserrat Puig-Llobet ◽  
Maria Aparecida Salci ◽  
Vanessa Denardi Antoniassi Baldissera ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Older People ◽  
Social Relations ◽  
Symbolic Interactionism ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Life Experiences ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Free Time ◽  
The Creation

ABSTRACT Objective: To understand the reasons that lead Brazilian and Spanish seniors to enroll in a university for the elderly. Method: A qualitative study that used Symbolic Interactionism as a theoretical reference and the Grounded Theory as a methodological reference. We interviewed 44 seniors enrolled in universities for the elderly from two countries (Brazil and Spain) between October 2014 and May 2016. Results: The motivations were related to the necessity of occupying the free time, even for improving health; to the opportunity of access to university learning bypassing formal education criteria; to the expansion of social relations, sought through the creation of new friendships, the desire to know other people’s life experiences, and the exchange of knowledge. Final considerations: Older people have sought in universities for the elderly a pleasurable way of learning and occupying the free time.

scholarly journals ABORSI DITINJAU DARI PERSPEKTIF ETIKA KRISTEN

JURNAL LUXNOS ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 203-212
Author(s):  
Yosia Belo
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Jesus Christ ◽  
Ethical Decision ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Christian Faith ◽  
Practical Reasons ◽  
Ethical Perspective ◽  
The Bible ◽  
The Church

Abstract: This research is a qualitative study on abortion from the perspective of Christian faith. This research was conducted to provide academic arguments and scientific references for the Church against the rampant abortion practices and practices, especially in big cities including Jakarta. Using a qualitative approach, it is found that from a Christian ethical perspective, the act of abortion cannot be justified and chosen as an ethical decision because it contradicts or is contrary to the teachings of the Bible. Because God so loves human life and is even willing to send His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, to redeem humans from sin. So that humans are not justified in ending the life of an innocent and wronged baby just for practical reasons. Abstrak: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif terhadap aborsi ditinjau dari perspektif iman Kristen. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk memberikan argumentasi akademis dan referensi ilmiah bagi Gereja terhadap maraknya tindakan dan praktik aborsi terutama di kota-kota besar termasuk Jakarta. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dijumpai bahwa dari perspektif etika Kristen, maka tindakan aborsi tidak dapat dibenarkan dan dipilih sebagai keputusan etis karena bertolakbelakang atau berlawanan dengan ajaran Alkitab. Karena Allah begitu mencintai kehidupan manusia bahkan rela mengutus Anak-Nya yang tunggal, yaitu Yesus Kristus untuk menebus manusia dari dosa. Sehingga manusia tidak dibenarkan mengakhiri kehidupan bayi yang tidak berdosa dan besalah hanya karena alasan-alasan yang praktis.

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